IH 37 NB over SH 72
GoodLive Oak County, Texas · IH 37 @ SH 72 · Structure no. 161490007401185
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 295 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,430
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
IH 37 NB over SH 72 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IH 37 NB over SH 72 in Live Oak County, Texas. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,430 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,710 by 2033. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IH 37 NB over SH 72 built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is IH 37 NB over SH 72 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does IH 37 NB over SH 72 carry?
About 9,430 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is IH 37 NB over SH 72?
The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns IH 37 NB over SH 72?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.